Handicraft Materials Salesperson
しゅげいざいりょうはんばいいん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Sales and Marketing Occupations
- Middle : Sales Clerks
- Minor : Other Merchandise Sales Clerks
Summary
A job that involves customer service and sales, inventory management, and store layout for various handicraft supplies such as yarn, fabric, and beads at a handicraft materials store.
Description
Handicraft materials salespeople handle handicraft materials such as yarn, fabric, embroidery supplies, beads, buttons, and ribbons in stores, providing customer service, product recommendations, and sales to visitors. They explain product features and usage to support customers' handicraft projects. They also manage purchasing and inventory, handle orders, create store layouts and displays, and plan and operate fairs and workshops, maintaining stock that accounts for seasons and trends.
Future Outlook
Demand is expected to remain stable with the expansion of the handmade market. Skills in online sales and workshop planning for expanding sales channels will be increasingly required in the future.
Personality Traits
Able to pay attention to details / Able to provide bright and courteous customer service / Creative / Has strong proposal skills
Work Style
Contract employee / Full-time employee / Part-time / Shift work / Store work
Career Path
Handicraft Materials Salesperson (Staff) → Senior Salesperson → Store Manager → Area Manager → Buyer/Purchasing Staff
Required Skills
Cash Register Operation / Customer Service and Sales Skills / Inventory Management / Product Knowledge / Store Display Planning
Recommended Skills
Display Skills / Handicraft Skills / POS Operation / SNS Marketing Basics
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | For detailed inventory management and quality checks of handicraft materials. |
| Communication Skills | To accurately understand customer interactions and needs and make optimal recommendations. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Because ideas for proposals and displays tailored to various handicraft works are required. |
Related Qualifications
- Salesperson Certification (Level 3)
Aliases
- Craft Supplies Salesperson
- Handicraft Supplies Salesperson
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